Shopping & Services

Cool Gel ’n Cap, the adorable and unique first aid hat for toddlers and young children that holds a non-toxic cool or warm gel pack in place for relief of bumps, bruises, earaches and headaches, can now be purchased online at Target.com.

“Consumers know and respect the Target name and appreciate the fact that Target is both family and community oriented,” said Cool Gel ’n Cap President and Founder Timothy Panicali of Elma, N.Y. “We are very proud of our new relationship with Target and look forward to partnering with them for many years to come.”

Looking for an affordable and creative alternative to candy, jewelry and flowers for your sweetheart? Surprise them with a gift that they will cherish forever - a Singing Valentine. On February 12th, 13th and 14th, the Friends of Harmony, a local male a Capella chorus, will be sending authentic Barbershop Quartets to personally deliver Singing Valentines to people all over Western NY. The quartets, in full matching costume, will appear at homes, schools, restaurants and places of business to sing two love songs and to present a flower and a personalized Valentine along with a photo with the quartet commemorating the event all for just $45.00.

Williamsville, NY – Tops Friendly Markets, a leading full-service grocery retailer in upstate New York and northern Pennsylvania, announced today that the company will commemorate its 50th anniversary with a year-long celebration. As part of the anniversary celebration, Tops will offer shoppers new promotions, exceptional savings, contests and events throughout the year.

Tops kicked off its 50th anniversary with a celebratory event at its Portage Road store in the City of Niagara Falls, NY. Tops’ history is deeply rooted in the Niagara Falls community and the first modern Tops supermarket opened on Portage Road in 1962. New York State Assembly Member John Cerreto, Niagara County Legislator William Ross, Niagara Falls Common Council Members, Robert Anderson Jr.

We all know coupons can save you money on food products and clothing, but today you can save money on a childhood staple that every kid is sure to love; Play-Doh.

Check out Target.com’s coupon page where you can snag a $5.00 off one coupon for a Play-Doh Fridge Pack. Combine that coupon with the $5.00 off one coupon found on Hasbro’s website and you will pay just $2.99 + tax for a 24 pack.

If you are more kitchen-savvy, then check out About.com’s list of recipes to make your own Play-Doh.

Valentine's Day — February 14 — is right around the corner, and nothing says “I Love You” quite like a delicious cookie bouquet from Cookie Expressions!

Their beautiful arrangement, featuring a dozen cookies, looks just like roses! And, you can include a personal Valentine's Day message for that someone special. Cookie bouquets start at under $35, and nationwide shipping is available.

Enjoy The Journey Art Gallery, a unique West Seneca shop featuring a wide variety of artwork and gifts created by local artisans, will host several events during the month of February.

The popular Wine, Women & Art series, a “girls’ night out” with friends during which participants create a piece of art to take home, continues from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, February 2, with artist Andrea Oswald. Participant are asked to register by January 31 by calling 675-0204. The cost of the class is $25.